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Assessing Buffer Gradient Synergies: Comparing Objective and Subjective Evaluations of Urban Park Ecosystem Services in Century Park, Shanghai

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  • Weixuan Wei

    (College of Architecture and Urban Planning, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
    Future Urban (Shanghai) Design Consulting Co., Ltd., Shanghai 200092, China)

  • Yiqi Wang

    (College of Architecture and Urban Planning, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China)

  • Qi Yan

    (College of Architecture and Urban Planning, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China)

  • Guanpeng Liu

    (School of Humanities, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
    Shanghai Yaoshun Architectural Co., Ltd., Shanghai 200433, China)

  • Nannan Dong

    (College of Architecture and Urban Planning, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China)

Abstract

Urban parks provide essential ecosystem services (ESs) that enhance human wellbeing. However, discrepancies often arise between objective assessments of these services and stakeholders’ subjective perceptions. This study addresses a research gap concerning the synergies and tradeoffs between objective evaluations and subjective perceptions of key ecosystem services across various spatial scales. We investigated six key ecosystem services in Century Park, Shanghai, across seven buffer radii (8–100 m). Objective data were obtained from park view images (PVIs) and spatial analysis, while subjective perceptions were gathered through a scoring survey of 33 stakeholders. The key finding is that a buffer radius of 35 m offers optimal synergy between objective and subjective assessments for most ESs, particularly in pollution mediation, temperature regulation, and cultural services. Professionals showed stronger alignment in regulatory services like pollution mediation and temperature regulation, while residents exhibited higher synergy in net primary production (NPP) beyond a 75 m radius. Notably, cultural services displayed nuanced differences, with professionals preferring simpler landscapes and residents demonstrating varied aesthetic preferences. These findings emphasize the importance of integrating objective data and human perceptions in urban green space planning and governance. By incorporating diverse stakeholders and identifying optimal buffer zones, planners and designers can effectively balance ESs with human experiences. This approach ultimately fosters more sustainable and wellbeing-centered urban environments.

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  • Weixuan Wei & Yiqi Wang & Qi Yan & Guanpeng Liu & Nannan Dong, 2024. "Assessing Buffer Gradient Synergies: Comparing Objective and Subjective Evaluations of Urban Park Ecosystem Services in Century Park, Shanghai," Land, MDPI, vol. 13(11), pages 1-33, November.
  • Handle: RePEc:gam:jlands:v:13:y:2024:i:11:p:1848-:d:1515001
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